Flag of Portugal

Flag Details

Official Name

Bandeira de Portugal

Year Adopted

1911

Aspect Ratio

2:3

Designer

Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro

Colors

Green Red Yellow

Symbolism

Green symbolizes hope, red symbolizes the blood of those who defended the nation. The armillary sphere represents Portuguese exploration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the flag of Portugal look like?

The flag of Portugal, known as "Bandeira de Portugal", features the colors Green, Red, Yellow. Green symbolizes hope, red symbolizes the blood of those who defended the nation. The armillary sphere represents Portuguese exploration.

When was the flag of Portugal adopted?

The current flag of Portugal was officially adopted in 1911.

What do the colors of the Portuguese flag represent?

Green symbolizes hope, red symbolizes the blood of those who defended the nation. The armillary sphere represents Portuguese exploration.

About Portugal

Capital: Lisbon
Continent: Europe
Population: 10,707,924
Area: 92 km²
Currency: Euro
Languages: Portuguese (official language), Mirandese (official language, but locally used)
ISO Code: PT / PRT
Calling Code: +351
Domain: pt

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